fearפַּחַד
pachad · Hebrew Noun
A state of alarm or dread, often prompted by the realization of divine judgment or the impending consequences of sin against God. In a biblical context, it frequently signifies a recognition of God's holiness or authority.
kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
A term referring to the sovereign ruler of a nation, holding judicial and administrative power. In the Old Testament, the king is often depicted as responsible for leading the nation in covenant faithfulness to Yahweh.
secretaryסֹפֵר
sopher · Hebrew Noun
A person who records speech or events, often acting as a scribe or administrative official. Scribes were highly educated and played a crucial role in preserving legal and prophetic texts.
scrollמְגִלָּה
megillah · Hebrew Noun
A material made of papyrus or parchment used for recording sacred or administrative texts. In a prophetic context, a scroll signifies the preservation and authoritative transmission of God's revealed message.
chamberלִשְׁכָּה
lishkah · Hebrew Noun
A room or private quarters used for storage or official administrative work. In biblical narratives, it often serves as a location for concealing or protecting important documents or individuals.
kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the monarch of a nation, often representing the human authority structure. In a biblical context, kings are subject to the ultimate authority of God, and their response to God's word often reveals the state of their heart and their spiritual alignment.
scrollמְגִלָּה
megillah · Hebrew Noun
A writing material made from the papyrus plant or animal skins, used in antiquity for recording important documents, prophecies, and sacred texts. It symbolizes the transmission of God's revealed truth to His people.
afraidפָּחַד
pachad · Hebrew Verb
A state of reverential awe, trembling, or holy dread before God. It implies an acknowledgment of His sovereignty, holiness, and the consequences of disobedience, leading to repentance and obedience.
tear their garmentsקָרַע שִׂמְלָה
qara' simlah · Hebrew Phrase (Verb + Noun)
A traditional, outward manifestation of intense inward grief, repentance, or distress. Tearing garments was a culturally recognized physical act signifying mourning or brokenness before God.
listenשָׁמַע
shama' · Hebrew Verb
To hear, heed, or obey; it implies more than just auditory perception, extending to a willing submission and taking action in response to what is spoken, especially regarding divine instruction.
secretaryסֹפֵר
sōp̄ēr · Hebrew Noun
A royal official or administrator responsible for recording decrees, legal documents, and historical events; often a position of significant influence and literacy.
prophetנָבִיא
nāḇîʾ · Hebrew Noun
One who speaks for God, conveying His message to His people. They are often called to call the nation to repentance, warn of judgment, or provide comfort, relying on divine inspiration rather than human intuition.
the LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The proper name of the God of Israel, the covenant-keeping God who revealed Himself to Moses. He is the sovereign, self-existent Creator who actively intervenes in human history.
